Lot 4042
Philadelphia Indenture. A beautiful, oversize (26½ x 22¾ in.) 1858 true copy of an 1830 indenture between Charles P. Fox and his sister, Eliza M.P. Tunis, regarding land they inherited from their mother, Mary Fox. Mary was the granddaughter of Israel Pemberton (1685-1754), a prominent Quaker and one of the wealthiest men of his time. Charles relinquishes his half share to his sister in return for one silver dollar. Numerous lots are listed, including Callowhill and Tenth Streets, one at Wood and Eleventh Streets, another on Second Street, between High and Chestnut Streets, and another on Elm Street, between Second and Third Streets. The top is scalloped; both the seal and ribbon are green. A lovely display item.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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